Things to do in the Murraylands: July 10-16, 2026
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week, including school holiday activities.
It’s the school holidays and there are a million things on around the Murraylands.
Families can choose from active pursuits like fishing or kayaking, passive ones like watching a movie or a science show, or engage their creativity by building with Lego or creating icy art.
But don’t take our word for it – scroll down and have a look.
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Friday 10th 🌤️ 17°
Kayaking: 9.30am - 12 noon at Hume Reserve, Murray Bridge. Come along to this free kayaking session. A great opportunity to explore the outdoors while having fun and building connections with other families in our community. Call Lyall at Centacare for more information and to register - 0437 389 997
Mega Pre-loved book sale: 10am - 4pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Fill a bag of books for $5 - there's something for everyone. Cash only. In the Library meeting rooms. For more information - 8539 1175
Firstival Film - Bad Guys 2: 10am - 12noon at Mannum Library, 49 Walker Avenue, Mannum. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a great film in a warm, welcoming community setting. Free popcorn will be provided, please bring along your own drinks, extra snacks, and something comfy like a cushion or beanbag to make yourself at home. Rated: PG. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please register your attendance - eventbrite.com.au
Fishing: 1.30pm - 3pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Have fun by the river and build connections with other families in our community. To register or for more information call Lyall at Centacare - 0437 389 997
Karaoke with Mike Bristow: 7.3pm - 9.30pm at Murray Bridge RSL, Lot 2 Ross Road, Murray Bridge East. Meals from 5.30pm, meat tray and raffles. Come and sing your heart out, no talent required. Bookings advised - 8532 1314 (please leave a message if there's no answer).
Saturday 11th 🌦️ 15°
Mega Pre-loved book sale: 9.30am - 12noon at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Fill a bag of books for $5 - there's something for everyone. Cash only. In the Library meeting rooms. For more information - 8539 1175
Kids DIY - Herb Hero: 10am - 10.45am, 11am - 11.45am and 12.30pm - 1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Little makers can paint a plant pot in their favourite team colours, decorate their very own hero, and grow fresh herbs for a fun “hair” effect. Whether it’s your sporting hero, a superhero, or someone special in your life—bring your herb hero to life and take it home to grow. For children aged 5 - 12, must be accompanied by a parent/carer at all times. Bookings essential - bunnings.com.au
River Murray Football and Netball: Mypolonga v Mannum, Imperial v Tailem Bend, Coorong v Rambler, Jervois v Southern Mallee. Bye - Mallee Districts. A-grade netball - 12.30pm, A-grade football - 2.30pm.
Sunday 12th 🌤️ 15°
Kids DIY - Herb Hero: 11am - 11.45am and 12.30pm - 1.15pm at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Little makers can paint a plant pot in their favourite team colours, decorate their very own hero, and grow fresh herbs for a fun “hair” effect. Whether it’s your sporting hero, a superhero, or someone special in your life—bring your herb hero to life and take it home to grow. For children aged 5 - 12, must be accompanied by a parent/carer at all times. Bookings essential - bunnings.com.au
Sunday Session - Willow: 2pm - 3pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Groove to some fantastic tunes and support local talent while you browse the library or kick back in the café and soak in a live gig. Register your attendance - humanitix.comwillow/tickets For more information - 8539 1175
Granny Flaps Christmas in July: 2pm - 4.30pm at The Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Expect a fun-filled afternoon of stand-up comedy, festive spirit and plenty of laughs with the quick-witted and award-winning Granny Flaps. Put on your favourite Christmas jumper, grab a drink and join us for some holiday fun. With special guests Fabien Clark and Mike Klimczak. Tickets - $28 inc. booking fees from stickytickets.com.au
Troi Tyrell: 2pm - 5pm at Swanport Hotel, 3166 Jervois Road, Murray Bridge. Relax with some live, acoustic tunes in the front bar. For details - 8532 3666
Monday 13th 🌦️ 16°
Firstival - Metal Embossing Workshop: 10am - 11.30am at Mannum Library, 49 Walker Avenue, Mannum. With guidance from a skilled coordinator, children aged 7+ are invited to explore the art of tin decoration, using thin sheets of coloured metal to design and create their own unique hanging pieces to take home. All materials are provided and no experience is necessary. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please register attendance at eventbrite.com.au
Funeral service - Dianne Kaye Harvy: 10.30am at Minge Chapel
Lego free play: 1pm - 4pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Get ready for an afternoon of creativity and fun as the library opens up our massive collection of lego for free play. Come along and build, imagine, and create to your heart’s content. Parents and guardians must supervise children at all times. No bookings required. For more information - 8539 1175
Rural City of Murray Bridge Council meeting: 7pm - 9.30pm at Local Government Centre, 2 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge. All welcome. Livestream the meeting - youtube.com
Tuesday 14th 🌧️ 17°
Safari Squad - Wild About Winter: 9.30am - 3.30pm at Monarto Safari Park, Monarto. Join us for a day exploring the park, discovering the animals, taking part in conservation-based activities, and learning about what our keepers do. Our Educators will guide the Safari Squad in the creation of animal enrichment and children will get to go behind-the-scenes to hopefully see some of the animals that may be harder to find. They'll work on activities to build conservation awareness, and with weather permitting, engage in outdoor activities at our bush camp. Please call the park for more information about booking - 8267 3255
Kids Workshop - Mini Tic Tac Toe: 10am - 11am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Looking for a fun activity over the school holidays to keep the kids entertained? Join us in store and get creative with our super fun craft workshops. For ages 5 - 12, children must be accompanied by a parent/carer at all times. Bookings essential - bunnings.com.au
Open Studio: 10am - 12noon at Mannum Gallery & Gifts, 8 Randell Street, Mannum. Open Studio is a casual group where artists/makers create their own work together in the studio. Drop in with your own art supplies for a social art-making session. Table space provided, and some easels available. Otherwise bring your own table-top easel. Small fee of $5 for tea & coffee. Fornightly on Tuesdays until September 22. For more information - 0447 633 116
Art-tic Adventure art and craft - Glow Creations: 10am - 1pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace, South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Enjoy some free, frosty fun these school holidays, and join us on our Art‑tic adventure—inviting kids to dive into cool, creative and hands‑on art and craft workshops with an icy twist. Kids can customise their own wearable glow bracelets and fun keychains to take home. Suitable ages 5 - 12, children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. You'll find us near Big W.
Mountain Bike and Geocaching: 10.30am - 12noon and 1.30pm - 3pm at Frahns Farm Road, Monarto. A great opportunity to explore the outdoors while having fun and building connections with other families in our community. Contact Lyall at Centacare for questions and to register: 0437 389 997
Nitro Nat's Supreme States of Matter: 11am - 12noon at Murray Bridge Performing Arts & Function Centre, 13 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Using liquid nitrogen, we journey through how cooling different materials changes them. We'll explore solids, liquids and gasses and even plasma in the form of fire. We will be smashing, crushing and making a salad using our super cool liquid (its cool cause its very cold). Let's see what happens to lettuce when it meets nitrogen. GA - $15, Family of 4 - $12.50 each, under 3 on the knee - free. Tickets from leapevents.com
Stay & Play: 1.30pm - 3.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Join us for a fun and relaxed session at the Toy Library. Children can explore a variety of toys, games and activities while families connect with others in the community. Children must be accompanied by a parent/carer at all times. No booking needed, just drop by. For more information - 8539 1175
Library STEM Challenge: 4pm - 5pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. We'll work together to build a giant Rube Goldberg machine. These chain-reaction contraptions use lots of quirky steps to do one simple task - think dominoes, marbles, ramps, and surprises. Come get creative and help us see how big we can make ours. For more information - 8539 1175
Wednesday 15th 🌞 17°
Safari Squad - Wild About Winter: 9.30am - 3.30pm at Monarto Safari Park, Monarto. Join us for a day exploring the park, discovering the animals, taking part in conservation-based activities, and learning about what our keepers do. Our Educators will guide the Safari Squad in the creation of animal enrichment and children will get to go behind-the-scenes to hopefully see some of the animals that may be harder to find. They'll work on activities to build conservation awareness, and with weather permitting, engage in outdoor activities at our bush camp. Please call the park for more information about booking - 8267 3255
Art-tic Adventure art and craft - Stained Glass Art: 10am - 1pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace, South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Enjoy some free, frosty fun these school holidays, and join us on our Art‑tic adventure—inviting kids to dive into cool, creative and hands‑on art and craft workshops with an icy twist. Create beautiful stained-glass designs using vibrant cellophane. Suitable ages 5 - 12, children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. You'll find us near Big W.
Funeral service - Maryln Anne Forsythe (nee Larkham): 10am at Minge Chapel
Business Networking Event: 5pm - 7pm at Murraylands Skills Centre, 12 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. This free event brings together local businesses, professionals, and community members to build meaningful relationships, share ideas and explore new opportunities within the region. Registration essential - humanitix.com For more information call the centre - 8539 4220
Mannum Movie Night - Kangaroo: 6pm at Mannum Leisure Centre, 51 Adelaide Road, Mannum. When weatherman Chris Masterman becomes stranded on his way to Broome, he teams up with a young girl named Charlie, forming an unlikely friendship. The two come together to take care of young injured kangaroos. Rated: PG. Please bring a chair, blanket or beanbag. $5 per person or $15 per family (max'm 5 people). Children 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Snacks & drinks available to purchase. For more information call the Centre - 8569 0185
Cod's Quiz Night: 7pm - 11pm at Caod's Bar, Bridgeport Hotel, 2 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Each month your knowledge will be tested by Louise and Stacey our amazing hosts. Limited seating - so make sure you register your team at humanitix.com.
Thursday 16th 🌞 15°
Safari Squad - Wild About Winter: 9.30am - 3.30pm at Monarto Safari Park, Monarto. Join us for a day exploring the park, discovering the animals, taking part in conservation-based activities, and learning about what our keepers do. Our Educators will guide the Safari Squad in the creation of animal enrichment and children will get to go behind-the-scenes to hopefully see some of the animals that may be harder to find. They'll work on activities to build conservation awareness, and with weather permitting, engage in outdoor activities at our bush camp. Please call the park for more information about booking - 8267 3255
Blue Light Skills Workshop: 9.30am - 2.30pm at The Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. If you're aged 10 - 17, join our three part skills workshop in groups of 6 people per section on a round robin basis. Skills include cooking a 3-course meal, boxing fitness and games session plus art/construction. Everyone gets to eat the 3-course meal for lunch. This event is supervised by Police and Police volunteers. $15 + booking fee per person from bluelightsa.org
Kids workshop - Mini photo frames: 10am - 11am at Bunnings, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Looking for a fun activity over the school holidays to keep the kids entertained? Join us in store and get creative with our super fun craft workshops. For ages 5 - 12, children must be accompanied by a parent/carer at all times. Bookings essential - bunnings.com.au
Art-tic Adventure art and craft - Glow Snow Globes: 10am - 1pm at Murray Bridge Marketplace, South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Enjoy some free, frosty fun these school holidays, and join us on our Art‑tic adventure—inviting kids to dive into cool, creative and hands‑on art and craft workshops with an icy twist. Shake things up with glowing snow globes. Suitable ages 5 - 12, children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. You'll find us near Big W.
Close To You - The Carpenter's Tribute: 11am - 12noon at Murray Bridge Performing Arts and Function Centre, 13 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge. Celebrate the timeless music and unmistakable voice of Karen Carpenter in this beautiful live tribute to one of the world’s most loved musical duos. Featuring enduring classics including “(They Long To Be) Close To You,” “Rainy Days and Mondays,” “Superstar,” and “Yesterday Once More,” this nostalgic concert experience honours the songs that touched generations. Tickets - $22 inc. fees from leapevents.com
Funeral service - Sandra Kaye Winter: 1pm at Minge Chapel
Dungeons & Dragons: from 2pm at Headspace, 10 Second Street, Murray Bridge. If you're aged 12 - 25, come and try this legendary game during these school holidays in a safe and supported environment. Lunch is provided. You'll need to register for catering purposes - 8531 2122
Film - Song Sung Blue: 5.30pm - 7.30pm at Murray Bridge Library, 2/51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Two down-on-their-luck performers form a Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it's never too late to find love and follow your dreams. Based on a true story. Rated M. Stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. Register your attendance - humanitix.com
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